Roald Dahl

REVIEW: A Visual Display of Magic and Music Shines in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - Jul 15, 2026

A special kind of magic fills The Theatre at Solaire as a major international tour arrives. Beyond the resort’s radiant lights, the lobby buzzes in eager anticipation, drawing together theater purists, chic weekenders, and families teeming with excitement.

Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Summer Theatre Of New Canaan
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Jul 12, 2026

The Summer Theatre Of New Canaan's production of MATILDA THE MUSICAL is a must-see or must-see again for all ages.

42ND STREET to Open at Sharon Playhouse This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026

Sharon Playhouse will present 42ND STREET, directed by Artistic Director Carl Andress, featuring tap dancing, iconic songs, and the story of a young chorus girl chasing her Broadway dreams.

ROALD DAHL'S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Host Back-to-School Supply Drive at Ruth Eckerd Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026

The Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts will partner with the Mattie Williams Neighborhood Family Center to collect school supplies for students during performances of ROALD DAHL'S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Ruth Eckerd Hall.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 10, 2026- CRAZYSEXYCOOL – THE TLC MUSICAL First Look and More
by - Jul 10, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 10, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Preview of THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE THE MUSICAL at King's Theatre
by Michael Major - Jul 9, 2026

A promotional video for THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE THE MUSICAL at King's Theatre has been posted by ATG Tickets, as the family musical continues its UK tour. Watch the video!

SHOWSTOPPER! THE IMPROVISED MUSICAL to Return to Cambridge Theatre Before Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026

The Olivier Award-winning SHOWSTOPPER! THE IMPROVISED MUSICAL has extended its West End run at Cambridge Theatre through December 2026, with the cast creating a brand-new musical each night based on audience suggestions.

Video: Watch the Trailer For GIANT Starring John Lithgow in Cinemas
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026

John Lithgow will reprise his Olivier and Tony Award-winning role as Roald Dahl in the cinema release of GIANT, filmed live at the Harold Pinter Theatre and screening in 18 countries. Check out the new trailer in the video here!

MATILDA THE MUSICAL to Open Valley Youth Theatre's 2026/27 Season in Phoenix
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 8, 2026

Valley Youth Theatre will present MATILDA THE MUSICAL at the Herberger Theater Center in Phoenix, featuring a cast of 37 young performers selected from over 174 auditions, with a live orchestra and a reimagined production reflecting its wheelchair-using lead.

ROALD DAHL'S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Feature Student Orchestra at Ruth Eckerd Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2026

The Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts will present ROALD DAHL'S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Ruth Eckerd Hall, with student musicians performing the score live from the orchestra pit.

CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Holds FSL-Interpreted Performance on July 22
by Gilbert Kim Sancha - Jul 4, 2026

Live theater truly shines when it’s inclusive. Roald Dahl's 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' invites deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences to experience the magic directly with a Filipino Sign Language (FSL)-interpreted performance of this colorful musical.

CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to Make San Diego Regional Premiere at Moonlight Amphitheatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2026

Moonlight Stage Productions will present the San Diego Regional Premiere of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY as part of its 45th Anniversary Season at Vista's Moonlight Amphitheatre, featuring Josh Adamson as Willy Wonka.

1776, COME FROM AWAY & More Lead Maine Theatre Summer Picks
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Jun 30, 2026

Though for many residents and folks from away, summer in Maine signifies a chance to revel in gorgeous scenery - beaches, lakes, trails – summer is also time to enjoy two of Maine’s premiere regional companies, Maine State Music Theatre and Ogunquit Playhouse.(see Dan Marois’ review below)  This year the lineups at both companies are stellar, but my critic’s pick for 2026 are two productions at Maine State Music Theatre in Brunswick:  the musical 1776 (now playing through July 11) and COME FROM AWAY scheduled for August 5-22 at the Pickard Theater on the campus of Bowdoin College.

Video: WONKA'S THE GOLDEN TICKET Teaser Offers First Look at Competition Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 30, 2026

Wonka’s The Golden Ticket, a new competition series based on Roald Dahl’s book Charlie & the Chocolate Factory, will premiere on Netflix on September 23. Watch a new teaser.

Cast Set for THE BIG ONE-OH! at Bridgetown Portland Musical Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2026

Bridgetown Musical Theatre has revealed the cast for its upcoming production of The Big One-Oh!, directed by Andrew Curtis Stark, with performances in the Bridgetown Black Box Theatre in Portland.

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, and More Set for Overshadowed Theatrical Productions 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2026

Overshadowed Theatrical Productions announced its 2026-2027 season, featuring five main stage productions including FLAME OF FIRE, IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, THE STRANGER, and TITANIC.

3 Broadway Shows Close Today
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 28, 2026

Broadway says goodbye to three productions. Death Becomes Her takes its final bow at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre following 27 previews and 666 regular performances; Giant concludes its limited run at the Music Box Theatre after 12 previews and 105 regular performances; and The Fear of 13 concludes its run at the James Earl Jones Theatre after 28 previews and 87 regular performances. The theatres will soon be home to Warriors, Inter Alia and Wanted respectively.

Timp Arts to Present MATILDA THE MUSICAL This Summer at the Valentine Theater
by Tyler Hinton - Jun 22, 2026

Timp Arts will present 14 performances of “Matilda the Musical” from June 26 to July 18 at the Valentine Theater in American Fork. The Tony-winning show is a captivating masterpiece based on the classic children's book by Roald Dahl that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination, and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life.

THE ENORMOUS CROCODILE Musical to Play Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026

The Roald Dahl Story Company has arrived in Wolverhampton for the wickedly funny family musical based on Roald Dahl's The Enormous Crocodile playing at the Grand Theatre.

BEDROOM FARCE & More Lead Seattle's Summer 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2026

Seattle is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Summer 2026 include Bedroom Farce and more.